SHE Advisor - Main Contractor - London

GDS Partners are recruiting a SHE Advisor on behalf of a well-established Main Contractor for a permanent position based in London.

About the client
Our client is a well-established Main Contractor delivering high-profile construction projects across the UK. They have built an outstanding reputation for delivering complex projects to the highest standards of quality, safety, and sustainability, while maintaining an excellent health and safety culture throughout the business.

About the role

• London-based role with travel to projects as required.
• Join a highly respected Main Contractor with a strong pipeline of projects.
• Work closely with experienced SHEQ professionals and site management teams.
• Excellent opportunity for long-term career progression and professional development.
• Permanent position with a competitive salary and benefits package.

• Carry out regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with current health and safety legislation, company procedures, and environmental standards.
• Review and monitor RAMS, Construction Phase Plans, and other SHE documentation.
• Promote a positive safety culture across project teams and the wider supply chain.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, and Health & Safety training.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Support site management in maintaining high standards of safety, health, and environmental performance.
• Monitor high-risk activities and provide practical SHE advice to project teams.
• Assist with external audits, inspections, and compliance reporting.
• Liaise with enforcement authorities as required and ensure legislative updates are implemented across all projects.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the company''s SHE objectives.

• NEBOSH Qualification or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• 2+ years of experience within a Health & Safety role in the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation and industry best practice.
• Experience carrying out site inspections, audits, and incident investigations.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with site teams and subcontractors.
• Full UK Driving License.